Jeopardy
The game of Jeopardy can be used as a very effective review game for any
type of Social Science class. I used it by breaking the chapter into five
categories. Then I developed five questions for the areas and varied their
difficulty. The easier the question the lower the point total. I began
with one hundred points and ended with five hundred. In the game I mixed
in two daily doubles. By doing this I allowed the students to take chances
and gain confidence in their knowledge. I wrote out the categories on the
board and listed the values. I also had a sheet made up with the questions
and answers to make it go smoother. As a square was used up I would erase
it to illeviate any problems. It is a very effective way to review that
provides a fun atmosphere.
Soft Toss & Block
This game allows you to ask a wide variety of review questions and allows
for fun at the same time. You begin by dividing up into teams. Then you
proced to ask questions. Whatever team has the correct answer then has
to make a decision: if they want to shoot a basket or try to defend the
basket. If you successfully make or block a basket you receive a
point. You also receive a point for a correct answer.
Match Game
This game allows the students to interact with each other while learning
at the same time. To play this you must make cards that match. They can
have anything from names to events on them. Then distribute them among
the class and allow them to go around the room and ask for clues to what
they have. Then if they have an idea they have to try and match up
with their partner in the class. This must be done without looking at the
card. The first to complete it is the winner. This can be repeated as many
times as neccessry.